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14.8.8
Checking the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, and chain guide
Preparatory work
–
Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
Main work
–
Shift the transmission to idle.
–
Check the chain, rear sprocket and engine sprocket for wear.
»
If the chain, rear sprocket or engine sprocket is worn:
–
Change the drivetrain kit. (
400227-01
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Pull at the top part of the chain with the specified weight
Guideline
Weight, chain wear measure-
ment
–
Measure distance
section.
Info
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat
this measurement at different chain positions.
Maximum distance
18 chain rollers at the
longest chain section
»
If distance
–
Change the drivetrain kit. (
400987-10
p. 12)
p. 154)
Info
The engine sprocket, rear sprocket and chain
should always be replaced together.
10 ... 15 kg (22 ... 33 lb.)
B
of 18 chain rollers in the lower chain
272 mm (10.71 in)
B
from
B
is greater than the specified measurement:
p. 154)
Info
When a new chain is mounted, the rear sprocket
and engine sprocket should also be changed.
New chains wear out faster on old, worn sprock-
ets.
WHEELS 14
A
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